Ecco the Dolphin: Complete announced by A&R Atelier

A&R Atelier announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a curated collection that reunites original franchise talent to preserve the early-1990s Ecco titles and introduce a new contemporary entry. The announcement confirms the package includes all versions of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time from the franchise’s Genesis-era history, alongside a brand-new game developed to bring the series into a modern context. Specific platforms and a release date were not announced. Background and legacy Ecco the Dolphin first launched on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive in 1992 and became known for its atmospheric audio, aquatic level design and challenging gameplay. Its direct sequel, Ecco: The Tides of Time, arrived in 1994 on the same platform. The new announcement emphasizes that Ecco the Dolphin: Complete is being created by original members of the development team, including franchise creator Ed Annunziata, along with original composers, artists and programmers. Team statement (rewritten) Developers involved in the project said the new entry will extend Ecco’s journey into the modern era, positioning the contemporary game alongside faithfully preserved originals. The studio also stressed that this is not an outside studio’s reinterpretation but a reunion of the people who conceived Ecco’s world, music and mysteries and are now bringing that vision forward. What’s included According to the announcement, Ecco the Dolphin: Complete preserves the original, unaltered versions of the classic games from the early 1990s and packages them with a newly built modern title. The collection is described as a remaster and preservation effort, aiming to present “every version, every era” of the franchise together in one package. Community features and early access A&R Atelier says the project will offer built-in support for speedrunning, achievements and leaderboards, as well as cross-title meta quests and custom course creation tools so players can combine levels from across the included games and share them with the community. The studio has opened an official website where fans can sign up for early preview access and participate in Earth Day-related events and updates. Platforms, distribution and next steps Specific platforms were not named in the announcement, and no release date was provided. The official website is the singular source for early access and developer communication; any future platform or store confirmations, such as availability on Nintendo Switch or listings on digital storefronts like the eShop, will need to come from the team or publisher. Stay tuned for official updates from A&R Atelier and statements from the original development team as more information, including platforms and release timing, becomes available.